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Reading Comprehension 1

Compiled by Haris Maruf, S.Pd.


Level 1

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage Anna is an artist. She draws the moon. She draws clouds. She draws stars. Questions 1) Anna is A. an artist B. a doctor C. an actor 2) Anna draws things that are in the A. ground B. ocean C. sky 3) Anna draws A. shells B. stars C. flowers 4) Anna does not draw A. The moon B. clouds C. trees 5) Anna probably also draws A. airplanes B. trees C. fish

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Reading Comprehension 2

Level 1

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Passage Questions Erin is at a restaurant. 1) Where is Erin? She eats cookies. She eats ice cream. She eats cake. 2) Erin eats A. breakfast B. dinner C. dessert 3) What food does Erin eat? A. cake B. cheese C. bananas 4) Erin does not eat A. pie B. cake C. cookies 5) Erin probably also eats A. bananas B. chocolates C. sandwiches A. She is at her house. B. She is at a restaurant. C. She is at school.

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Reading Comprehension 3

Level 1

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Passage Questions Adam is a chef. 1) Adam is a He cooks chicken. He cooks steak. He cooks pork. 2) Adam cooks A. tomatoes B. steak C. bread 3) What kind of food does Adam cook? A. meat B. pasta C. fruit 4) Adam does not cook A. chicken B. pork C. apples 5) Adam probably also cooks A. green beans B. asparagus C. hamburgers A. waiter B. chef C. teacher

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Reading Comprehension 4

Level 1

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Passage Questions John is at the park. 1) Where is John? He sees dogs. He sees birds. He sees ducks. 2) What does John see? A. people B. friends C. animals 3) Which animal does John see? A. pigs B. tigers C. birds 4) What does John not see? A. dogs B. cats C. birds 5) John probably also sees A. squirrels B. machines C. computers A. at the lake B. at the park C. at the store

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Reading Comprehension 5

Level 1

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Passage Questions Ben works on a farm. 1) Where does Ben work? He grows corn. He grows peas. He grows carrots. 2) What kind of food does Ben grow? A. flowers B. vegetables C. animals 3) Ben grows A. potatoes B. carrots C. onions 4) Ben does not grow A. corn B. peas C. lettuce 5) Ben probably also grows A. chickens B. pigs C. tomatoes A. on a farm B. at a store C. at a park

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Reading Comprehension 6

Level 1

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Passage Ted goes to the grocery store. He buys an apple, a banana, and a strawberry. Questions 1) Where does Ted go? A. to the bank B. to school C. to the store 2) What does Ted buy? A. fruit B. salad C. meat 3) Ted does not buy A. a banana B. an egg C. an apple 4) Ted probably also buys A. an umbrella B. a hat C. an orange

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Reading Comprehension 7

Level 1

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Passage Questions Fire is hot. 1) What is fire like? Fire is red. Fire is yellow. Fire is orange. 2) What color is fire? Fire is good. People use fire to cook. But fire can also be dangerous. I. red II. orange III. green A. I only B. I and II only C. I, II, and III 3) Fire is good because A. it is dangerous B. people cook with it C. animals like it 4) Dangerous things are A. safe B. not safe A. hot B. slow C. easy

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Reading Comprehension 8

Level 1

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Passage You need a ball to play baseball. The ball is hard. You need a ball to play tennis. The ball is soft. You need a ball to play soccer. The ball is black and white. You need a ball to play golf. The ball is small. The ball is hard. The ball is small and hard. Questions 1) You need a soft ball to play A. tennis B. golf C. baseball 2) You use a ball that is black and white to play A. golf B. tennis C. soccer 3) You use a small ball to play A. soccer B. golf C. baseball 4) You use a hard ball to play A. soccer and tennis B. tennis and golf C. baseball and golf 5) Using information in the passage, we know that A. golf is a dangerous sport B. tennis is the only sport that you need a soft ball to play C. you need a ball to play many sports

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Reading Comprehension 1

Level 2

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage My father is a construction worker. He builds houses. He builds schools. He builds houses and schools. He uses a hammer and a saw. My brother is an engineer. He designs buildings. He designs bridges. He designs buildings and bridges. He uses a pencil and a calculator. My son is an athlete. He plays soccer. He plays tennis. He plays soccer and tennis. He uses a racket and a ball. My daughter is an artist. She draws pictures of animals. She draws pictures of people. She draws pictures of animals and people. She uses a pencil and a piece of paper. Questions 1) Who is a construction worker? A. my father B. my daughter C. my son 2) What does my brother do? A. He is a construction worker. B. He is an engineer. C. He is an artist. 3) Who uses a saw? A. my father B. my brother C. my son 4) Who uses a racket? A. my daughter B. my brother C. my son 5) Who uses a pencil? I. my brother II. my daughter III. my father A. I only B. I and II only C. I, II, and III 6) Who probably uses an eraser? A. my daughter B. my brother C. my son

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Reading Comprehension 2

Level 2

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage James wants a dog. He walks to the pet store. James sees the animals at the pet store. He sees the cats. He sees the rabbits. He sees the birds. He sees the mice. He sees the dogs. How much does the dog cost? James says. Twenty dollars, the man says. James gives the man twenty dollars. James buys the dog. The dog walks home with James. Now James has a pet. Questions 1) What kind of pet does James want? A. a bird B. a cat C. a dog 2) What kinds of animals does James see at the pet store? I. rabbits II. mice III. lizards A. I only B. I and II only C. I,II, and III 3) James does not see the A. Mice B. fish C. cats 4) What pet does James buy? A. a bird B. a rabbit C. a dog 5) How much does the dog cost? A. 15 dollars B. 20 dollars C. 30 dollars 6) What is the best title fort his passage? A. James Sees the Cats B. James Buys a Pet C. Twenty Dollars

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Reading Comprehension 3

Level 2

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage Rebecca likes to make cookies. She makes chocolate cookies. She makes nut cookies. Rebecca makes chocolate and nut cookies. Rebecca likes to make cakes. She makes yellow cakes. She makes white cakes. Rebecca makes yellow and white cakes. Rebecca likes to make pies. She makes apple pies. She makes lemon pies. Rebecca makes apple and lemon pies. Questions 1) What kinds of cookies does Rebecca make? A. chocolate and nut B. fudge and nut C. chocolate and oatmeal 2) What color are Rebeccas cakes? A. white and brown B. Yellow and blue C. Yellow and white 3) What kind of pie does Rebecca make? I. lemon pie II. cherry pie III. chocolate pie A. I only B. I and II only C. I,II, and III 4) Rebecca does not make A. cakes B. bread C. pies 5) Rebecca makes I. cakes II. cookies III. muffins A. I only B. I and II only C. I,II, and III 6) Rebecca makes A. Nut pies and apple cakes B. chocolate pies and lemon cookies C. Yellow cakes and chocolate cookies 7) Rebecca is a A. waiter B. baker C. chef 8) Rebecca probably also makes A. bread B. eggs C. candy

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Reading Comprehension 4

Level 2

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage Yoshi is hungry. Yoshi wants to eat. Yoshi walks to the store. Yoshi walks to the grocery store. Yoshi walks to the grocery store because he wants something to eat. Yoshi arrives at the grocery store. It is late. The sky is dark. Yoshi buys an orange, an apple, a banana, and a mango. The orange costs 50 cents.Theapplecosts60 cents. The banana costs 10 cents. The mango costs 90 cents. Questions 1) Yoshi walks to the grocery store because A. he wants something to buy B. he wants something to eat C. he cannot sleep 2) What time does Yoshi arrive at the store? A. at night B. in the morning C. in the afternoon 3) Yoshi buys A. a pineapple B. a tomato C. a banana

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Reading Comprehension 5

Level 2

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage Tom is going on a trip to the mountains. Tom needs to take his bag. The bag is brown. The bag is small. The bag is small and brown. Tom opens the bag. Tom wants to put things in the bag. Tom wants to pack his bag. Tom puts a toothbrush in the bag. Tom puts a map in the bag. Tom puts boots in the bag. Tom puts a camera in the bag. Tom puts a book in the bag. Tom closes the bag. But the bag cannot close! Tom takes the boots out of the bag. He puts them on his feet. Snap! Snap! Now the bag can close. Tom is ready to go! Questions 1) Where is Tom going? A. He is going on a trip to the city. B. He is going on a trip to the beach. C. He is going on a trip to the mountains. 2) Tom has a bag. His bag is I. small II. brown III. old A. I only B. I and II only C. I, II, and III

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Reading Comprehension 6

Level 2

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage My name is Eric. I am12. I want to talk about my family. I have two sisters. Their names are Rachel and Carrie. Rachel is 18years old. Carrie is 10 years old. They are very nice. My mother's name is Julia. She is 40 years old. My mother is also very nice. My father's name is Andre. He is smart. He is an engineer. He builds bridges. I also have a dog. My dog's name is Paw. He is a big dog. He is a brown dog. He is a big brown dog. I love my family. Questions 1) How many sisters does Eric have? A. one B. two C. three 2) How old is Eric's mom? A. Thirty years old B. thirty-five years old C. forty years old 3) Eric's dad is A. a lawyer B. an engineer C. a construction worker

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Reading Comprehension 7

Level 2

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage The butterfly is a beautiful insect. The butterfly is a delicate insect. The butterfly is a beautiful and delicate insect. The butterfly has four thin wings. The wings have many different colors on them. As time passes, the colors on its wings fade. This means they lose color, and are not as bright. Sunlight can make things fade. For example, an old car that sits in the sun will lose its color. Butterflies live all over the world. Most butterflies live where it is very warm and not too dry. Questions 1) What is a butterfly? A. a reptile B. an insect C. a mammal 2) How many wings does a butterfly have? A. 2 B. 4 C. 6 3) According to the passage, what happens to a butterfly as it gets older? A. Its wings fall off. B. It becomes a caterpillar. C. The colors on its wings fade.

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Reading Comprehension 8

Level 2

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage I broke my leg. Now I need crutches to walk. My father was in a car accident many years ago. He walks with a cane. My grandfather is very old. He uses a wheelchair to move around. Questions 1) Crutches help the author to A. walk B. drive a car C. do his work 2) Why does the author's father walk with a cane? A. He broke his leg. B. He was in a car accident. C. He is very old. 3) All of the people in this passage A. are very old B. were in accidents C. have trouble walking 4) This passage is mainly about A. family members that love each other very much B. family members who need help walking C. how bad accidents can change your life 5) What is the best title for this passage? A. Best Friends B. My Grandfather C. Trouble Walking

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Reading Comprehension 1

Level 3

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage
Seagulls live on the beach. They eat small fish, bread, and seaweed. Seagulls run quickly on the sand and fly quickly in the sky. Seagulls will run or fly away if you try to catch them. There are many seagulls on the beach. Crabs also live on the beach. They eat shrimp, ocean plants, and small fish. Crabs crawl quickly on the sand and in the ocean. Crabs will crawl away if you try to catch them. There are many crabs on the beach, but it is not always easy to see them. Starfish live on the beach, too. The yeat clams, oysters, and small fish. Starfish move slowly on the sand and in the ocean. Starfish will not move away if you try to catch them. There are few starfish on the beach.

Questions
1) Seagulls, crabs, and starfish all eat A. clams B. bread C. fish 2) Which animal does not move quickly? A. starfish B. seagulls C. crabs 3) Based on information in the passage, which sentence is false? A. Starfish are hard to catch. B. Crabs eat shrimp and ocean plants. C. Seagulls move quickly on the sand and in the air. 4) The passage does not talk about A. what starfish eat B. how crabs catch food C. how fast beach animals move

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Reading Comprehension 2

Level 3

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage
There are many kinds of boats. One kind of boat is called a sailboat. A sailboat uses the wind to move. Wind makes a sailboat move in the water. The wind pushes the sailboat. Wind fills the sails. The sailboat moves when the wind blows. One kind of boat is called a motorboat. A motorboat uses a motor to move. The motor gives power to the boat. The motorboat moves when the motor is running. The motorboat makes a loud noise. One kind of boat is called a rowboat. A rowboat needs people to move it. People make a rowboat move in the water. People use oars to move a rowboat. Oars are long and flat. Oars go into the water. A rowboat moves when people use the oars. As you can see, there are many kinds of boats.

Questions
1) Which boat uses the wind to move? A. a sailboat B. a rowboat C. a motorboat 2) Which boat makes a loud noise? A. a sailboat B. a motorboat C. a rowboat 3) What is used to move a rowboat? A. wind B. a motor C. oars 4) According to the passage, oars are A. short and fat B. long and flat C. big and heavy

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Reading Comprehension 3

Level 3

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage
Christmas is my favorite holiday. My grandmother makes ham, salad, and cupcakes on Christmas. I also get a present on Christmas! Last year I got a new set of paint brushes. This year I hope to get new pencils and a drawing pad. I always have fun on Christmas. Halloween is another good holiday. My grandmother makes candy corn and cupcakes on Halloween. People wear costumes during Halloween. Last year I wore a skeleton costume. This year I am going to wear a zombie costume. July4 is a good holiday. July4 is the birthday of the United States of America. My grandmother makes hot dogs and salad on July 4. I dont have to go to school on July 4. But I dont get any presents either. If I got presents on July 4 it would be my favorite holiday

Questions
1) When does the authors grandmother make cup cakes? I. Christmas II. Halloween III. July4 A. I only B. I and II only C. I, II, and III 2) Which holiday does the author like most? A. Christmas B. Halloween C. Easter 3) Based on the things the author gets for Christmas, we can understand that he likes A. sports B. art C. music

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Reading Comprehension 4

Level 3

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Passage
On Monday, Robert works at the bank. He plants three bushes. He plants eight yellow flowers. He plants three trees. On Tuesday, Robert works at the school. He plants five red flowers. He digs a hole with a shovel. On Wednesday, Robert works at the hospital. He plants twelve bushes. On Thursday, Robert works at the school. He plants two trees. He plants sixteen white flowers. He digs four holes with a shovel. On Friday, Robert works at the grocery store. He plants two bushes. He plants one tree.

Questions
1) Where does Robert work on Wednesday? A. at the hospital B. at the school C. at the grocery store 2) What does Robert do on Tuesday? A. He plants twelve purple bushes. B. He plants five red flowers and digs a hole with a shovel. C. He plants two trees, plants sixteen white flowers, and digs four holes with a shovel. 3) How many holes does Robert dig during the week? A. one B. three C. five 4) How many yellow flowers does Robert plant? A. five B. eight C. sixteen

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Reading Comprehension 5

Level 3

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Passage

Ann rides her bicycle. Ann rides her little bicycle to work. Ann rides her little, red bicycle to work every day. Nina rides the bus. Nina rides the big bus to work. Nina rides the big, slow bus to work every day. Luis rides the train. Luis rides the big train to work. Luis rides the big, fast train to work every day. Carlos walks. Carlos walks to work. Carlos walks on the crowded sidewalk to work every day.

Questions

1) Where do Ann, Nina, Luis, and Carlos go every day? A. They go to work. B. They go to the bus stop. C. They go to the bicycle store. 2) Who rides a bicycle to work? A. Ann B. Nina C. Luis 3) What does Nina ride to work? A. the train B. her bicycle C. the bus

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Reading Comprehension 6

Level 3

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage There is a small fire station in town. At this station, the fire fighters are volunteers. That means they work for free. The fire station gets some money from the government to take care of the building and the fire truck. But the fire station has a problem. Last winter, a pipe in the fire station froze. Then it burst. Water went every where. There is a lot of damage. Now the building cannot be used. What is worse, the fire station does not have enough money for the repairs needed to fix the damage. The people in town are worried about what will happen if there is a fire and no working fire station. But they will figure out a way to solve the problem. They always do! Questions 1) The main problem in the town is that A. B. C. D. The fire fighters do not make any money a pipe in the fire station froze last winter people cannot fix the fire station people in town are worried

2) As used in the passage, which accurately describes something that has damage? A. B. C. D. A library is closed on Sundays. People cannot check out books that day. A hose is used to water the garden. The water goes all over the plants. An old washing machine still works. It is almost20years old. A stack of books fell on a computer. Now it will not turn on.

3) According to the author, the water went every where because the pipe A. B. C. D. froze burst leaked broke

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Reading Comprehension 7

Level 3

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Passage Some people think you need a kitchen to cook dinner. But you can make easy, delicious meals outside over a campfire. One easy campfire meal is a baked potato. You wrap the potato in tin foil and put it under the flames in the hot ashes. After an hour, the heat from the fire will cook the potato. Open up the tin foil package and you have a baked potato! It is also easy to roast food over a campfire. You can put hotdogs or sausages on sticks and hold them in the fire. The flames will cook the meat. For dessert, you can roast marshmallows on sticks. Hold them near the fire until they turn golden and begin to melt. But do not leave anything in the fire too long, or it will turn completely black and taste like ashes. There are many nice things about campfire meals. To make these meals, you do not Even need to know anything about cooking. Some people also say that food tastes better when cooked and eaten outside. But the best part of these campfire meals is there are no dishes to wash afterwards. Questions 1) As used inparagraph2, which is an example of a package? A. B. C. D. French fries a reserved on a tray in the cafeteria. A new toy comes wrapped up in a plastic box. Cookies are easy to remove when there is tin foil on the cookie sheet. You can use a knife to cut open an orange instead of peeling it.

2) The author warns that if you leave anything in the fire too long, it A. B. C. D. can get burned can be dangerous will melt will fall off the stick

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Reading Comprehension 8

Level 3

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Passage

Matt is moving into his new bedroom today. He has four pieces of furniture to move into The room. He has a bed, a dresser, a desk, and a chair. Matt has to plan out how he will move everything. The bed must go in first. It has to be taken apart to fit through the door way. It will be easier to put the bed back together if it is the only thing in the room. Then he can push the bed against the far wall. The other pieces of furniture can go in to the room in any order. However, the dresser and desk are both too wide to fit through the door way. They must be turned side ways. The chair is the smallest piece of furniture. It is also the easiest to move.

Questions 1) What is the only piece of furniture that cannot go in the room last? A. B. C. D. bed dresser desk chair

2) Which sentence from the passage best lets us know that Matt has to plan how he will move everything? A. B. C. D. He has four pieces of furniture to move into the room. It will be easier to put the bed back together if it is the only thing in the room. The other pieces of furniture can go into the room in any order. The chair is the smallest piece of furniture.

3) What does Matt have to do make the bed fit through the door way? A. B. C. D. take it apart Turn it side ways Put it in first push it against the far wall

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Reading Comprehension 1

Level 4

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Today, Mike and his mom are going to the library. Mike wants to find a book to read. His mom wants to use a computer there. When they get to the library, Mike finds a book about detectives. He also finds a book with chapters about a friendly ghost. Finally, he finds a book about a man who lives in the woods without food or water. He puts the books on the front desk and waits for his mom. Mike's mom sits at one of the computers in the library. She checks her email and looks at pictures of flowers on the internet. Then she reads a news article on a website. Mike's mom leaves the computer and walks over to Mike, holding up something out for him. Mike looks at her quizzically. It takes him a moment to recognize what she is holding. I got that movie for us to watch tonight," says Mike's mom. Are you ready to leave?"Sure," Mike says, now holding the movie out in front of him. He reads the cover while walking back to the library entrance. He puts his books and the movie on the front desk to check out. A librarian stands behind the counter holding an electronic scanner. "How long can we keep them?" Mike asks her. "Three weeks," says the librarian. "Cool," says Mike. Suddenly, Mike is surprised. His mother is checking out something else that is too big to put on the desk. Its a picture of the ocean."What is that for?"Mike asks.

"To put on our wall at home," says Mike's mom. "You can do that?" Mike asks. Mike's mom smiles at the librarian. "Yes," she says, "but we have to return it in three months."

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Questions
1) Based on the books Mike finds to check out, we can tell that he is interested in A. science B. nature C. mystery D. adventure While at the computer, Mike's mom I. checks her mail II. looks at pictures III. reads an article A. I only B. I and II only C. II and III only D. I, II, and III

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3) According to the passage, how long can Mike and his mother use the books and the movie before they must return them to the library? A. one week B. two weeks C. three weeks D. four weeks 4) Based on its use in paragraph 4, it can understood that quizzically belongs to which of the following word groups? A. abnormally, strangely, weirdly B. casually, carelessly, indifferently C. passionately, keenly, intensely D. inquisitively, questioningly, curiously 5) As used in paragraph 5, the phrase "check out" most nearly means A. to see B. to rent C. to find D. to buy 6) What does Mike's mom want to do with the picture of the ocean? A. She wants to buy it. B. She wants to hang it on her wall. C. She wants to give it to her friend as a gift. D. She wants to donate it to the library.

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Reading Comprehension 2

Level 4

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:

Next week I am on vacation. While I am on vacation, I will work on two projects. First, I will fix the washing machine. The washing machine has been broken for two weeks. To fix it, I will need three tools: a screwdriver, a wrench, and a clamp. It will take one day to fix the washing machine. Next, I will fix our back porch. This is a bigger project. It will probably take about two days to fix the back porch, and will require a screwdriver, a hammer, nails, and a saw. My vacation starts on Monday. I have a lot of work to do, but hopefully I can relax after I finish my work

Questions
1) Which of these tools will the author use more than once? A. B. C. D. a screwdriver a hammer a clamp a saw

2) As used in paragraph 3, what does require mean? A. B. C. D. need use find buy

3) Which of the following tools does the author not need to fix the back porch? A. B. C. D. a screwdriver a wrench nails a saw

4) What is the earliest day that the author can finish both projects? A. B. C. D. Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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Reading Comprehension 3

Level 4

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Most human beings are awake during the day and sleep all night. Owls live the opposite way. Owls are nocturnal. This means that they sleep all day and stay awake at night. Because owls are nocturnal, this means they must eat at night. But finding food in the dark is difficult. To help them, they have special eyes and ears. Owls have very large eyes. These eyes absorb more light than normal. Since there is little light during the night, it is helpful to be able to absorb more of it. This helps owls find food in the dark. Owls also have very good hearing. Even when owls are in the trees, they can hear small animals moving in the grass below. This helps owls catch their prey even when it is very dark. Like owls, mice are also nocturnal animals. Mice have an excellent sense of smell. This helps them find food in the dark. Being nocturnal helps mice to hide from the many different animals that want to eat them. Most of the birds, snakes, and lizards that like to eat mice sleep at nightexcept, of course, owls!

Questions
1) In paragraph 1, we learn that "Owls are nocturnal."The word diurnal is the opposite of the word nocturnal. Using information in the passage as a guide, we can understand that an animal that is diurnal A. B. C. D. sleeps at night and is awake during the day hunts during the day and is awake at night sleeps every other night and is awake during the day hunts during the day and night

2) Based on information in paragraph 2, it can be understood that an animal with small eyes A. B. C. D. must be diurnal has trouble seeing in the dark can see very well at night is likely to be eaten by an owl

3) According to the passage, owls can find food in the dark using their sense of I. sight II. sound III. smell A. B. C. D. l only I and II only II and III only I, II, and III

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Reading Comprehension 4

Level 4

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Lilly loves her new town. She loves the mall. She loves the parks. She also loves her school. Most of all, though, Lilly loves the seasons. In her old town, it was hot all of the time. Sometimes it is cold in Lilly's new town. The cold season is in winter. Once in a while it snows. Lilly has never seen snow before. So for her, the snow is exciting as well as very beautiful. Lilly has to wear gloves to keep her hand swarm. She also wears a scarf around her neck. In spring, flowers bloom and the trees turn green with new leaves. Pollen falls on the cars and windowsills and makes Lilly sneeze. People work in their yards and mow their grass. In summer, Lilly wears her old shorts and sandalsthe same ones she used to wear in her old town. Its hot outside, and dogs lie in the shade. Lilly and her friends go to a pool or play in the water sprinkler. Her father cooks hamburgers on the grill for dinner. Lillys favorite season is autumn. In autumn, the leaves on the trees turn yellow, gold, red, and orange. Halloween comes in autumn, and this is Lillys favorite holiday. Every Halloween, Lilly wears a costume. Last year she wore a mouse costume. This year she will wear a fish costume. One evening in autumn, Lilly and her mom are on sitting together on the porch. Mom tells Lilly wears a costume. Last year she wore a mouse costume. This year she will wear a fish costume One evening in autumn, Lilly and her mom are on sitting together on the porch. Mom tells Lilly that autumn is also called fall. This is a good idea, Lilly thinks, because in fall all of the leaves fall down from the trees.

Questions 1) Which of the following words best describes the way Lilly feels about living in her new town?
A. B. C. D. skeptical, meaning questioning or showing doubt apprehensive, meaning anxious or worried overjoyed, meaning extremely happy content, meaning satisfied with what one is or has

2) This passage is mainly about


A. B. C. D. Lillys favorite season Lilly and the four seasons Lillys favorite activities during winter Lilly's favorite Halloween costumes

3) What is Lillys favorite thing about her new town?


A. B. C. D. her school going to the pool the food the seasons

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Reading Comprehension 5

Level 4

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:

The living room does not look good. It looks bad without a carpet. Mary and Dan want to Buy a carpet. They want to buy a carpet for their living room. They go to the store. They look at the carpets. There are many colors. There are many sizes. Some have patterns. Some are plain. Mary likes a pink and purple carpet. It has dots. It has pink and purple dots. Dan says no! He does not like the colors. He does not like the pattern. He does not like the size. The pink and purple carpet is too big. Dan likes a green and red carpet. It has stripes. It has green and red stripes. Mary says no! She does not like the colors. She does not like the pattern. She does not like the size. The green and red carpet is too small. Mary and Dan see a tan carpet. It does not have dots. It does not have stripes. It is plain. It is tan and plain. Dan likes the tan carpet. Mary likes the tan carpet. They both like the color. They both like the size. They both say yes! Mary and Dan buy the tan carpet. They put the carpet in the living room. The living room looks wonderful with the new carpet.

Questions
1) According to the passage, Mary and Dan want to put the new carpet in their A. B. C. D. bedroom dining room living room bathroom

2) According to the passage, the pink and purple carpet A. B. C. D. has dots has stripes is too small is too plain

3) According to the passage, the green and red carpet A. B. C. D. is plain has dots is too big is too small

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Reading Comprehension 6

Level 4

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:

In India, people celebrate the festival of Holi (pronounced hoh-lee) in March. This festival occurs after the wheat harvest. Wheat is used to make many important foods in India. Holi celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Holi is a very bright celebration. People light bonfires, tell stories, and cover each other in a variety of colored powders. These powders are called gulal (pronounced goo-lahl). People are then sprayed with water, and everyone becomes a beautiful, brightly colored mess. This custom of coloring people comes from a legend about a trickster who loved to trick his friends by pouring colored water on them.

Questions
1) The festival of Holi occurs after A. B. C. D. the month of March the wheat harvest people are sprayed with water people are covered with colorful powders

2) The custom of coloring people during Holi comes from A. B. C. D. a legend about a trickster stories that are told around a bonfire the triumph of good over evil harvesting wheat in March

3) Which word best describes the festival of Holi? A. B. C. D. colorful tricky flavorful wet

4) As used in paragraph 2, which of the following best illustrates the actions of a trickster? A. For Tonys birthday, Mike brings him a soccer jersey signed by his favorite player. B. Micah invites Delea to work with his group for a school project, and then he asks his mom to bake brownies when the group meets to work. C. Jill excitedly convinces Mae to come see a rabbit outside, but it turns out that the rabbit is a stone statue Jill placed in the garden. D. Robert refuses to let Travis play basketball at lunch, because Travis is just learning to play.

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Reading Comprehension 7

Level 4

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Elephants on the coast of Thailand are acting strange. They stamp their feet and motion toward the hills. The sea draws back from the beaches. Fish flop in the mud. Suddenly, a huge wave appears. This is no ordinary wave. It is a tsunami! Tsunami (pronounced soo-NAH-mee) waves are larger and faster than normal surface waves. A tsunami wave can travel as fast as a jet plane and can be as tall as a ten-story building. Imagine dropping a stone into a pond. The water on the surface ripples. A tsunami is like a very powerful ripple. Tsunamis begin when the ocean rises or falls very suddenly. Large amounts of sea water are displaced. This movement causes huge waves. For a tsunami to occur, there must be some kind of force that causes the ocean water to become displaced. Most tsunamis are caused by under water earthquakes. However, volcanoes, landslides, large icebergs, and even meteorites are capable of causing one of these mighty waves. Tsunamis are extremely powerful. Ordinary waves lose power when they break. Tsunami waves can remain powerful for several days. Because tsunami waves are so strong, they can kill people, damage property, and completely ruin an ecosystem in just one hour. Scientists have no way of predicting when a tsunami will hit. However, if a powerful enough earthquake occurs, scientists can issue a warning or a watch. A warning means that a tsunami will very likely hit soon. A watch means that conditions are favorable for a tsunami. When people are notified about a watch or a warning, they have more time to prepare. It is best not to get caught unaware when a tsunami is on the way!

Questions
1) In paragraph 1, the elephants are most likely acting strange because they A. B. C. D. are not used to seeing fish dislike the water can sense something out of the ordinary see the ocean drawing back from the beaches

2) This passage is mostly about A. B. C. D. how to prepare for tsunamis scientists who predict tsunami waves similarities and differences between wave types causes and effects of tsunamis

3) As used paragraph 2, displaced most nearly means A. B. C. D. moved out of normal place pushed by human force sloshed around quickly pulled to great heights

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Reading Comprehension 8

Level 4

Directions : Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Directions:
Where does chocolate come from? Believe it or not, it grows on trees. Not as a sweet chocolate Candy bar wrapped in foil, but as a cocoa bean. These cocoa beans grow on a cacao tree, which is found in tropical areas such as Central and South America. The fruit of these trees are called pods, and they are long and hard. Inside the pods is a soft, white pulp that surrounds the thirty or so seeds. These seeds are what we call cocoa beans. They are very hard and bitter to the taste. To make chocolate, people start by carefully taking the beans out of the pods, still covered in the white pulp, and leaving them in a bucket. The bucket is often covered with banana leaves and left for anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. This process is called fermenting. Then the beans are left to dry in the sun. Fermenting and drying the beans makes them less bitter. Then the beans are shipped to a factory to be turned into chocolate. At the factory, beans are roasted in ovens to bring out their flavor. After roasting, the outer covering of the bean is removed. The inner bean is then crushed to form a paste known as chocolate liquor. From this paste, people can either make cocoa powder or the chocolate we buy in stores. To make cocoa powder, the paste is crushed and pressed repeatedly to remove the fat, leaving behind only a dry, ground powder. To make chocolate, people need to add other ingredients to the past e such as milk, sugar, and cocoa butter. They then mix and heat the concoction several times to create a substance we would recognize as chocolate. It may even have fruit, nuts, or candy added to it before it is molded into a shape. Considering all that must happen to turn a bitter cocoa bean into a chocolate bar, a dollar seems like a small price to pay for such a delicious sweet treat.

Questions
1) To make chocolate, what is the first thing people must do to the cocoa beans? A. B. C. D. leave them in a bucket roast them in an oven dry them in the sun ship them to the factory

2) After reading this passage, what can the reader conclude about chocolate? A. B. C. D. Chocolate is only made in Central and South America. People could make their own chocolate at home. There are many steps involved in making chocolate. It is too expensive to make chocolate.

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Reading Comprehension 1 Level 5


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
Marcia says that all of her friends have a cell phone, but Marcias mom doesn't want to buy her one. Marcia's mom doesn't want Marcia to play video games either. What is more, the Internet scares her. Marcia's mom says, If Marcia has a cell phone, how do we know whom she is talking to? Video games are bad for you. The Internet is dangerous and uncontrolled. Its like having a gun in the house. We should just ban her from using the computer, and I'm not buying her a cell phone until she is eighteen. This is the only way we can be sure that Marcia is safe." Marcias dad disagrees with Marcia's mom. Although he agrees that there are some dangers to it, he likes the Internet, and finds it to be very useful. The trouble is, he says, We just cant stop Marcia from using the Internet, as this would put her at a disadvantage. What is more, I like video games. I think that, when played in moderation, they are fun. Obviously, it is not good to play them without restraint or self-control. Finally, I think Marcia needs a cell phone. We cant take these things away.

Questions
1) Which of the following best describes the difference between Marcia's mom and Marcia's dad? A. Mom wants to ban Marcia from using the computer, while dad likes to play video games. B. Mom thinks technology is dangerous, while dad thinks it can be useful. C. Mom cares little about Marcia's future, while dad is very supportive. D. Mom is very strict while Dad is open minded. 2) Which of the following best describes the similarity between Marcia's mom and Marcia's dad? A. Mom and dad both like technology. B. Mom and dad both think video games are bad. C. Mom and dad both think the internet is dangerous. D. Mom and dad both care about Marcia's wellbeing. 3) In paragraph 1, Marcia's mom says, "It's like having a gun in the house." She says this in order to A. support the idea that the Internet is dangerous B. reject the claim that guns can be safe if used responsibly C. encourage Marcia's dad to purchase a gun D. explain why the Internet is uncontrolled 4) In paragraph 2, Marcia's dad says, "We just cant stop Marcia from using the Internet, as this would put her at a disadvantage." What does Marcia's dad mean by this? A. Marcia needs to learn how to use the internet if she wants to have friends in the future. B. Marcia should not stop using the internet because this will seriously slow her learning. C. If a person's ability to use the internet becomes important in the future, Marcia will be at a loss. D. If Marcia does not learn to use the internet on her own, then she will never learn to recognize its Dangers 5) In paragraph 2, Marcia's dad says, "Finally, I think Marcia needs a cell phone." Given what you know about Marcias moms concerns, what is the best reason Marcia's dad can provide to convince Marcia's mom that Marcia needs a cell phone? A. Marcia can use her cell phone to talk to her friends, instead of needing to borrow one of ours. B. Having a cell phone will teach Marcia how to use new technology. C. Because all of her friends have one, it would be unfair to disallow Marcia to have a cell phone. D. If Marcia's is in trouble she can use her cell phone to call for help.

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6) Which of the following describes a level of game play that Marcia' dad would disapprove of? A. On Saturday, Marcia plays video games all evening. The next day, she wakes up early and goes for a walk through the woods near her house. When her friend calls Marcia, they talk about the what they are going to wear to school on Monday. B. Marcia plays video games for an hour or two. Then she eats lunch and meets her friends at the skating rink. That night, Marcia and her friends go to see a movie. C. Marcia plays video games all morning. When her friends ask her to come play outside, Marcia tells them that she is too busy and continues to play. D. Marcia plays video games for an hour every day for five days straight. During these days, she does not watch any TV. 7) Marcia's mom can best be described as A. ridiculous B. careful C. cruel D. rude 8) Marcia's dad can best be described as A. shameless B. foolish C. wild D. reasonable 9) Which of the following would be the best way for Marcia to change the way her mom thinks about technology? A. Read her a newspaper article that talks about the importance of technology. B. Provide her an instruction manual detailing how the latest cell phone functions. C. Take her to the library and show her the top five most popular internet websites. D. Spend the weekend playing video games with her.

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Reading Comprehension 2 Level 5


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
Have you ever heard someone use the phrase once in a blue moon? People use this expression to describe something that they do not do very often. For example, someone might say that he tries to avoid eating sweets because they are unhealthy, but will eat chocolate once in a blue moon. Or someone who does not usually like to go to the beach might say I visit the shore once in a blue moon. While many people use this phrase, not everyone knows the meaning behind it. The first thing to know is that the moon itself is never actually blue. This is just an expression. The phrase blue moon actually has to do with the shape of the moon, not the color. As the moon travels around the earth, it appears to change shape. We associate certain names with certain shapes of the moon. For example, when we can see a small part of the moon, it is called a crescent moon. A crescent is a shape that looks like the tip of a fingernail. When we cannot see the moon at all, it is called a new moon. When we can see the entire moon, it is called a full moon. Usually, there is only one full moon every month. Sometimes, however, there will be two full moons in one month. When this happens, the second full moon is called a blue moon. Over the next 20 years, there will only be 15 blue moons. As you can see, a blue moon is a very rare event. This fact has led people to use the expression once in a blue moon to describe other very rare events in their lives.

Questions
1) Which of the following would be a good example of someone doing something once in a blue moon? A. Mary likes to go to the mountains every weekend. Mary goes to the mountains once in a blue moon. B. Tom rarely remembers to take out the trash. Tom takes out the trash once in a blue moon. C. Cindy hates to wash the dishes. Nevertheless, she does it every day. Cindy washes the dishes once in a blue moon. D. Ming sometimes forgets to do his homework. Ming forgets to do his homework once in a blue moon. 2) When does a blue moon happen in nature? A. when there are two full moons in one month B. when the moon has a blue color C. when we cannot see the moon at all D. when we can only see a small part of the moon 3) Using the passage as a guide, it can be understood that which of the following sentences does not contain an expression? A. Thomas has lost his mind. B. An apple a day keeps the doctor away. C. I'll mow the grass after I finish my homework. D. It's never a bad time to start something new. 4) As described in paragraph 3, what is another example of something that has a crescent shape? A. your thumb B. a distant star C. the letter C D. the letter "H" 5) In the final paragraph, the author states: Over the next 20 years, there will only be 15 blue moons. This means that over the next 20 years, a blue moon will happen A. once a year B. less than once a year C. more than once a year

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D. not enough information is provided

Reading Comprehension 3 Level 5

Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.


Many people who are looking to get a pet dog get a puppy. There are many reasons why people get puppies. After all, puppies are cute, friendly, and playful. But even though puppies make good pets, there are good reasons why you should consider getting an adult dog instead. When you get a puppy, you have to teach it how to behave. You have to make sure that the puppy is housebroken so that it does not go to the bathroom inside the house. You have to teach the puppy not to jump up on your guests or chew on your shoes. You have to train the puppy to walk on a leash. This is a lot of work. On the other hand, when you get an adult dog, there is a good chance that it will already know how to do all of the previously mentioned things. Many adult dogs have already been housebroken. Many adult dogs will not jump on or chew things that you do not want them to jump on or chew. Many adult dogs will be able to walk on a leash without pulling you to the other side of the street. Puppies also have a lot of energy and want to play all of the time. This can be fun, but you might not want to play as much as your puppy does. Puppies will not always sleep through the night or let you relax as you watch television. On the other hand, most adult dogs will wait on you to play. What is more, they will sleep when you are sleeping and are happy to watch television on the couch right beside you. There is one last reason why you should get an adult dog instead of a puppy. When most people go to the pound to get a dog, they get a puppy. This means that many adult dogs spend a lot of time in the pound, and some never find good homes. So if you are looking to get a dog for a pet, you should think about getting an adult dog. They are good pets who need good homes.

Questions
1) The author apparently thinks that puppies are A. bad pets because they take too much work to own B. friendly, playful, and a lot of work C. not as cute as adult dogs D. not as playful as adult dogs 2) As used in paragraph 2, which is the best synonym for behave? A. listen B. understand C. train D. act 3) The main purpose of paragraph 2 is to explain how puppies A. are very immature B. do not make good pets C. can be very destructive D. are a lot of work 4) As used in paragraph 3, which is the best example of a dog that is housebroken? A. Spot goes outside to use the bathroom. B. Rex always breaks things inside of the house. C. Rover never jumps on guests. D. Muffin chews on peoples shoes. 5) According to the passage, why are adult dogs easier to take care of than puppies? I. Puppies need to learn how to walk nicely on a leash. II. Adult dogs have less energy than puppies do. III. It is harder for adult dogs to find a home than it is for puppies. A. l only B. I and II only C. II and III only

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Reading Comprehension 4 Level 5


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
Many people like to eat pizza, but not everyone knows how to make it. Making the perfect pizza can be complicated, but there are lots of ways for you to make a more basic version at home. When you make pizza, you must begin with the crust. The crust can be hard to make. If you want to make the crust yourself, you will have to make dough using flour, water, and yeast. You will have to knead the dough with your hands. If you do not have enough time to do this, you can use a prepared crust that you buy from the store. After you have chosen your crust, you must then add the sauce. Making your own sauce from scratch can take a long time. You have to buy tomatoes, peel them, and then cook them with spices. If this sounds like too much work, you can also purchase jarred sauce from the store. Many jarred sauces taste almost as good as the kind you make at home. Now that you have your crust and your sauce, you need to add the cheese. Cheese comes from milk, which comes from cows. Do you have a cow in your backyard? Do you know how to milk the cow? Do you know how to turn that milk into cheese? If not, you might want to buy cheese from the grocery store instead of making it yourself. When you have the crust, sauce, and cheese ready, you can add other toppings. Some people like to put meat on their pizza, while other people like to add vegetables. Some people even like to add pineapple! The best part of making a pizza at home is that you can customize it by adding your own favorite ingredients.

Questions
1) The author's main purpose in writing this passage is to A. describe the history of pizza B. teach a healthier way to make pizza C. outline steps to make a basic pizza at home D. provide tips about how to make your pizza especially delicious 2) As used in paragraph 1, which word means the opposite of complicated? A. difficult B. simple C. easy D. manageable 3) As used in paragraph 3, which is the best synonym for purchase? A. forget B. buy C. ask D. cook 4) In paragraph 3, the author writes, "Many jarred sauces taste almost as good as the kind you make at home." The purpose of this statement is to A. clarify a later statement B. provide an example C. clarify an earlier statement D. support the previous paragraph 5) In paragraph 4, the author asks a series of questions in order to A. support the idea that most people cannot make homemade cheese B. reinforce the idea that most people probably live on farms C. prove that store-bought cheese tastes better than homemade cheese D. emphasize the superiority of homemade cheese over store bought cheese

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Reading Comprehension 5 Level 5


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
Dan, Sarah, Ted, and Rebecca have been playing a friendly game of poker for almost an hour. So far, Ted has the biggest pile of winnings, with a total of $5.45. Sarah has won a small sum, and Rebecca has lost more than Dan.

Questions
1) At this stage of the game, who has lost the most money? A. Ted B. Sarah C. Dan D. Rebecca 2) How much money might each player have started with, if each player started with the same amount? A. $4 B. $6 C. $8 D. Not enough information is provided 3) If the game started at 7:00, what time might it be at this stage of the game? A. 7:30 B. 7:50 C. 8:00 D. 8:45 4) At this stage of the game, who has/have won money? I. Ted II. Sarah III. Dan A. I only B. I and II only C. II and III only D. I, II, and III

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Reading Comprehension 6 Level 5

Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.


What do you do with your orange peels and corn cobs after you are done eating? Most people throw them in the trash can. But food leftovers do not have to go into the trash. They are biodegradable, which means that they can be broken down by bacteria into natural materials. People who like to garden often put their fruit and vegetable scraps in a special place known as a compost pile. A compost pile is a spot outdoors where food waste can break down into compost, which gardeners use. This process takes several months. Once the compost is created, people spread this mixture in their gardens to add nutrients to the soil. The compost in the soil helps new plants grow in the garden. How do you take care of a compost pile? It needs air, water, and heat. Bacteria and other microorganisms break down the food waste into more basic elements like water and carbon dioxide. This process requires oxygen, so people use a shovel to turn compost regularly and help air reach all parts of the pile. The pile cannot dry out, so it should be covered to keep moisture in. Finally, heat speeds up the process. This means a compost pile should be in the sun for at least part of the day. Food leftovers are not the only things that turn into compost. You can also add yard waste like grass clippings, dried leaves, and straw. In fact, you should add these things to create a healthy balance in your compost. But do not add any weeds to your compost pile unless you want to grow weeds in your garden! Sometimes seeds are left behind in the compost. This can be a welcome surprise if you find a tomato plant sprouting where you had not planted one. The tomato seed was hiding in the compost, waiting to begin a new life in the garden.

Questions
1) Gardeners use compost to A. reduce the amount of trash on the planet B. break down food waste C. add nutrients to the soil D. take care of bacteria and other microorganisms 2) To take care of a compost pile you have to I. turn it regularly II. cover it III. make sure it is in the sun for at least part of the day A. I only B. I and II only C. II and III only D. I, II, and III 3) People should start a compost pile if they A. need compost right away B. do not like to garden C. want to put their food waste to good use D. eat oranges and corn 4) You should not put weeds in a compost pile because A. they do not create a healthy balance B. food leftovers are the only things that turn into compost C. you do not want surprise plants growing in your garden D. the seeds can create new weeds in your garden 5) As used in the final paragraph, sprouting most nearly means A. blooming B. growing C. appearing

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D. hiding

Reading Comprehension 7 Level 5


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
I am the mother of three children. My youngest daughter is sick. She has an illness that will never go away, but it can be managed. She needs medicine to manage her illness. This medicine used to cost ten dollars a month. Now it costs thirty dollars a month. Without this medicine, my daughter has trouble breathing. Sometimes her lungs do not work well. She cannot get enough air into her lungs. Then she needs the medicine to help her lungs work again. We have to buy the medicine. We do not have a choice. But it will be hard to find an extra thirty dollars a month. Our family will have to spend less money on other things.

Questions
1) The mother feels A. angry B. scared C. worried D. sad 2) Based on its use in the passage, it can be understood that manage belongs to which word group? A. control, direct, treat B. cure, fix, heal C. be, live, survive D. reach, succeed, win 3) The daughter needs the medicine to A. give her more air B. help her lungs work again C. breathe for her when she cannot D. make her illness go away 4) The mother says We do not have a choice to explain that A. she will definitely buy the medicine B. someone else is making her buy the medicine C. her daughter will die without the medicine D. she does not want to buy the medicine

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Reading Comprehension 8 Level 5


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
Have you ever noticed strange bumps on stems, leaves, flowers, or tree branches? Well, they are part of the plant and grown by the plant, but they are homes for tiny insects! These bumps are called galls. Insects form galls. The plant does not decide to grow them. Typically, a female insect lays her eggs on a plant. After the baby insects hatch, special chemicals are left on the plant. These special chemicals cause the plant to bubble up and form a gall. Once a gall has grown, the insects have a safe place to live and eat, or do they? Other animals, besides insects, benefit from galls. Galls are also great places for birds and small animals to find a meal. Woodpeckers, squirrels, mice, and bats all use galls as a source for a tasty insect snack. If a gall has a large hole poked into it, a larger creature may have stopped for a bite. Now that you know what a gall is, you will probably begin to notice them everywhere. Look around. You may even decide to break open a gall and take a peek inside. If the gall has a little hole, the owner has probably left. Can you believe it? A little house for an insect made by a plant!

Questions
1) Based on information in paragraph 2, it can be understood that an unhatched insect egg laid on a plant would most likely cause A. the plant to die B. no gall to form C. a large gall D. a bird to eat the egg 2) Which statement from the passage best describes how galls are formed? A. Once a gall has grown, the insects have a safe place to live and eat, or do they? B. These bumps are called galls. C. These special chemicals cause the plant to bubble up and form a gall. D. Typically, a female insect lays her eggs on a plant. 3) At the end of paragraph 2, the author asks the question or do they? The author does this to A. explain why insects may not be safe inside their galls B. ask the reader if the insects are safe inside their galls C. admit that he or she does not really know the answer D. encourage us to keep reading to discover the answer 4) Based on its use in paragraph 3, it can be understood that benefit belongs to which of the following word groups? A. love, adore, like B. hurt, offend, upset C. teach, instruct, direct D. gain, advance, profit 5) If a gall has a large hole in it, this means that A. a larger creature may have stopped for a bite B. the owner has probably left C. special chemicals are left on the plant D. they are homes for tiny insects

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Reading Comprehension 1 Level 6


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
When we are young, we learn that tigers and sharks are dangerous animals. We might be scared of them because they are big and powerful. As we get older, however, we learn that sometimes the most dangerous animals are also the smallest animals. In fact, the animal that kills the most people every year is one that you have probably killed yourself many times: the mosquito. While it may seem that all mosquitoes are biters, this is not actually the case. Male mosquitoes eat plant nectar. On the other hand, female mosquitoes feed on animal blood. They need this blood to live and produce eggs. When a female mosquito bites a human being, it transmits a small amount of saliva into the blood. This saliva may or may not contain a deadly disease. The result of the bite can be as minor as an itchy bump or as serious as death. Because a mosquito can bite many people in the course of its life, it can carry diseases from one person to another very easily. Two of the most deadly diseases carried by mosquitoes are malaria and yellow fever. More than 700 million people become sick from these diseases every year. At least 2 million of these people will die from these diseases. Many scientists are working on safer and better ways to kill mosquitoes, but so far, there is no sure way to protect everyone in the world from their deadly bites. Mosquito nets can be placed over beds to protect people against being bitten. These nets help people stay safe at night, but they do not kill any mosquitoes. Mosquitoes have many natural enemies like bats, birds, dragonflies, and certain kinds of fish. Bringing more of these animals into places where mosquitoes live might help to cut down the amount of mosquitoes in that area. This is a natural solution, but it does not always work very well. Mosquitoes can also be killed with poisons or sprays. Even though these sprays kill mosquitoes, they may also harm other plants or animals. Although mosquitoes may not seem as scary as larger, more powerful animals, they are far more dangerous to human beings. But things are changing. It is highly likely that one day scientists will find a way to keep everyone safe from mosquitoes and the diseases they carry.

Questions
1) According to the author, some people are more afraid of tigers and sharks than mosquitoes because tigers and sharks A. kill more people than mosquitoes B. are big and powerful C. are found all over the world D. have no natural enemies 2) Based on the information in paragraph 2, we can understand that I. male mosquitoes and female mosquitoes have different eating habits II. male mosquitoes are harmless to humans III. female mosquitoes are responsible for transmitting diseases to humans A. I only B. I and II only C. II and III only D. I, II, and III 3) In paragraph 2 the author writes, "This saliva may or may not contain a deadly disease." The purpose of this statement is to A. oppose a previous argument B. question an upcoming conclusion C. confirm a hypothesis D. support a later statement

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4) As used in paragraph 2, minor most nearly means A. insignificant B. deadly C. frustrating D. dangerous 5) Based on information in paragraph 3, it can be understood that if you get sick with malaria or yellow fever, your chances of survival are A. terrible B. mediocre C. good D. excellent 6) It can be understood that the introduction of dragonflies might reduce the number of flies in a given area because dragonflies A. work together with mosquitoes B. kill mosquitoes C. cannot be killed by poisons or sprays D. attract bats 7) Which of the following best summarizes the information in paragraph 4? A. Mosquito nets provide adequate protection from deadly mosquitoes. B. Poisons and sprays provide adequate protection from deadly mosquitoes. C. The introduction of the mosquito's natural enemies provides adequate protection from deadly mosquitoes. D. There is no perfect solution to the mosquito problem. 8) Which of the following words best describes the author's overall attitude towards the prospect of solving the mosquito problem? A. despondent, meaning hopeless or dejected B. exasperated, meaning extremely irritated or annoyed C. equivocal, meaning doubtful or uncertain D. optimistic, meaning hopeful or taking a favorable view

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Reading Comprehension 2 Level 6


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
It is bad to have food stuck between your teeth for long periods of time. This is because food attracts germs, germs produce acid, and acid hurts your teeth and gums. Flossing helps to remove the food that gets stuck between your teeth. This explains why flossing helps to keep your mouth healthy, but some doctors say that flossing can be also good for your heart. It may seem strange that something you do for your teeth can have any effect on your heart. Doctors have come up with a few ideas about how flossing works to keep your heart healthy. One idea is that the germs that hurt your teeth can leave the mouth and travel into your blood. Germs that get into the blood can then attack your heart. Another idea is based on the fact that when there are too many germs in your mouth, the body tries to fight against these germs. For some reason, the way the body fights these mouth germs may end up weakening the heart over time. Not every doctor agrees about these ideas. Some doctors think that the link between good flossing habits and good heart health is only a coincidence. A coincidence is the occurrence of two or more events at one time apparently by mere chance. The incidence of these events is completely random, as they do not admit of any reliable cause and effect relationship between them. For example, every time I wash my car, it rains. This does not mean that when I wash my car, I somehow change the weather. This is only a coincidence. Likewise, some doctors think that people who have bad flossing habits just happen to also have heart problems, and people who have good flossing habits just happen to have healthy hearts. The theory that flossing your teeth helps to keep your heart healthy might not be true. But every doctor agrees that flossing is a great way to keep your teeth healthy. So even if flossing does not help your heart, it is sure to help your teeth. This is enough of a reason for everyone to floss their teeth every day.

Questions
1) Which of the following would be the best title for this passage? A. Why Doctors Disagree about Flossing B. How to Keep Your Teeth Healthy C. Flossing Your Way to a Healthy Heart D. Flossing by Coincidence 2) Flossing effectively helps to keep your mouth healthy by preventing A. germs from producing acid B. food from entering your body C. germs from entering into your blood D. acid from contacting your teeth and gums 3) In paragraph 2, the author introduces ideas about how flossing works to keep your heart healthy. Exactly how many of these ideas does the author put forth in this paragraph? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4 4) Based on information in paragraph 2, it can be understood that germs in the mouth may harm your heart by I. getting into the blood that flows to the heart II. forcing the body to fight against too many of them III. causing food to get stuck in the arteries A. l only B. I and II only C. II and III only

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D. I, II, and III

Reading Comprehension 3 Level 6


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
When you imagine the desert, you probably think of a very hot place covered with sand. Although this is a good description for many deserts, Earths largest desert is actually a very cold place covered with ice: Antarctica. In order for an area to be considered a desert, it must receive very little rainfall. More specifically, it must receive an average of less than ten inches of precipitationwhich can be rain, sleet, hail, or snowon the ground every year. Antarctica, the coldest place on earth, has an average temperature that usually falls below the freezing point. And because cold air holds less moisture than warm air, the air in Antarctica does not hold much moisture at all. This is evident in the low precipitation statistics recorded for Antarctica. For example, the central part of Antarctica receives an average of less than 2 inches of snow every year. The coastline of Antarctica receives a little bit morebetween seven and eight inches a year. Because Antarctica gets so little precipitation every year, it is considered a desert. When precipitation falls in hot deserts, it quickly evaporates back into the atmosphere. The air over Antarctica is too cold to hold water vapor, so there is very little evaporation. Due to this low rate of evaporation, most of the snow that falls to the ground remains there permanently, eventually building up into thick ice sheets. Any snow that does not freeze into ice sheets becomes caught up in the strong winds that constantly blow over Antarctica. These snow-filled winds can make it look as if it is snowing. Even though snowfall is very rare there, blizzards are actually very common on Antarctica.

Questions
1) The main purpose of paragraph 1 is to A. accept a conclusion B. introduce an argument C. provide a brief history D. deny a common belief 2) The best title for this passage would be A. Earths Many Deserts B. Antarctica: The Coldest Place on Earth C. A Desert of Ice D. Unusual Blizzards 3) Africas Sahara Desert is the second-largest desert on earth. Based on the information in the passage, what characteristic must the Sahara share with Antarctica? A. low temperatures B. high temperatures C. frequent blizzards D. low precipitation 4) As used in paragraph 2, which is the best definition for precipitation? A. moisture in the air that falls to the ground B. any type of weather event C. weather events that only happen in very cold areas D. a blizzard that occurs in areas with limited snowfall 5) In paragraph 2 the author writes, "And because cold air holds less moisture than warm air, the air in Antarctica does not hold much moisture at all." Using this information, it can be understood that A. air in Africa holds more moisture than the air in Antarctica B. air surrounding a tropical island holds less moisture than the air in Antarctica C. air in the second floor of a house is typically warmer than air on the first floor

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D. air at the mountains is typically colder than the air at the beach

Reading Comprehension 4 Level 6


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
Mona doesnt like to ask people for help. But it is hard for her to perform daily activities on her own. She is almost 13, yet she is no larger than a 5-year-old. Mona has trouble keeping her balance and cant walk very far. When she uses a wheelchair, she cant push it herself. Fortunately, Mona has a wonderful service dog named Sam. A service dog is a dog that has been trained to assist someone who has a physical problem. Sam lets Mona lean on him when she walks. He also pulls her wheelchair and turns lights on and off. When Mona drops something, Sam picks it up. He even pulls her socks off at night. Sam also helps Mona with everyday tasks at school. He carries her books from class to class in a special backpack. He puts Monas completed assignments in her teachers homework trays. In the lunchroom he throws away her trash. Besides making Mona less dependent on other people, Sam helps her lead a fuller life. Monas classmates flock around Sam like geese. This has helped her make friends. Sam also helps Mona be more active. With his aid, she raised over $500 in a walk-a-thon for her local humane society. Because of Sam, Mona doesnt have to ask people for help. Sam brings her closer to other kids. And he even helps her contribute to her community. Questions 1) Which of the following would be the best title for this passage? A. Why Mona Loses Her Balance B. How Monas Service Dog Helps Her C. Sam Helps Mona at School D. Raising Money for the Humane Society 2) Using the passage as a guide, which of the following dogs is most likely a service dog? A. Frank's dog, who turns on the lights when Frank enters the room. B. Raul's dog, who fetches the newspaper for Raul while he is busy getting dressed. C. Mei's dog, who licks Meis face when she cries. D. Teddy's dog, who loves to play catch, go on walks, and watch movies with the family. 3) According to the passage, Sam helps Mona by I. helping her to walk II. performing everyday tasks for her III. bringing her closer to her classmates A. I only B. I and II only C. II and III only D. I, II, and III 4) In paragraph 4, the author writes, Monas classmates flock around Sam like geese. Which of the following literary techniques is used in this sentence? A. allusion, characterized by a reference to, or representation of, people, places, events, literary work, myths, or works of art, either directly or by implication B. personification, characterized by giving human traits to nonhuman things, such as animals or objects C. irony, characterized by the use of words to express the opposite of their usual meaning D. simile, characterized by the making of a comparison using the words like or as

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Reading Comprehension 5 Level 6


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
To Whom it May Concern: On March 5, 2010, I bought a Perfect Muffin Kit from your store at Midfield Mall. The cashier who assisted me was George. George was very friendly and assured me that the Perfect Muffin Kit would live up to the guarantee on the box: Perfect Muffins Every Time! Unfortunately, this product did not live up to its claim. Although the box promised, as I stated above, to provide Perfect Muffins Every Time, the muffins I made were far from perfect. I followed the directions included in the package very carefully. First, I removed the bag of mix from the box. Then, I poured it into a bowl. Next, I added the correct amount of water to the mix and stirred it. The directions said that after stirring the mixture, I could, and I quote, add half a cup of raisins, nuts, berries, or another favorite ingredient. My favorite ingredient happens to be hot sauce. I find that a dash of hot sauce makes pizza, pasta, and soup taste very delicious. So, continuing to follow the directions, I added half a cup of hot sauce to the mix and stirred it. Finally, I poured the mix into muffin tins and baked it in the oven at 350 degrees for exactly 20 minutes. When the muffins finished baking, I was very excited to eat the Perfect Muffins as promised on the box. You can imagine my disappointment when, upon tasting the muffins, I discovered that they were not perfect. These muffins were, in fact, absolutely terrible. Not even my dog was interested in eating these supposedly perfect muffins. I would appreciate a full refund ($3.99) for this product as soon as possible. Enclosed are the receipt, the empty box, and one of the un-perfect muffins so that you can experience it for yourself. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, Michelle Bauer

Questions
1) This letter is most likely addressed to A. the owner of the muffin mix company B. a local storeowner C. the clerk at a local muffin bakery D. George, the cashier who sold Michelle the muffin mix 2) The tone of the author can best be described as A. furious B. disgusted C. embarrassed D. frustrated 3) As used in paragraph 1, which is the best synonym for guarantee? A. lie B. warning C. promise D. sentence 4) Which of the following best describes the organization of paragraph 2? A. The paragraph follows chronological order, in which events are presented in the sequence that they occur. B. The author explains a problem and then proposes a solution to that problem. C. The author makes an argument and then provides evidence to support that argument. D. The paragraph follows a cause-and-effect order, in which a series of causes are given, followed by their effects.

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Reading Comprehension 6 Level 6


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
The Baxter house is located at the end of the street. This house sits farther back from the curb than the other houses. It is almost difficult to see from the road without peering behind the deformed oak tree that has obscured it for years. Even so, the Baxter house stands out from the other houses on the street. It is tall and white. However, this white is no longer pristinely white, but a dingy grayish cream color. Long vines hang from the tattered roof. The Baxter house is two stories tall and has a large yard in the back that has never been mowed. The other houses on the street are a mere one story and have been painted a variety of colors. The newer, single story properties all appear to have been built around the same time; the yards mostly being of the same size, and the houses appearing to be clones of one another. Aside from the Baxter house at the end, this street is a perfect slice of middle America. The inhabitants of the other houses wonder who lives in the ancient, dilapidated house at the end of the street.

Questions
1) Based on its use in the passage, which of the following statements accurately describes something that has been obscured? A. The tall, thick pine trees in Chloes yard provide shade for her house. B. A sun visor is one of Kens favorite hats, because it helps protect his face from harsh rays. C. After it stopped raining, the sun was barely visible through the gray clouds. D. Because of his favorite, bright red sweatshirt, Anthony is always easy to spot. 2) What makes the other houses on the street stand out visually from the Baxter house? A. The other houses have larger families living in them. B. The other houses on the street are a mere one story. C. The Baxter house is at the end of the street. D. The Baxter house is almost difficult to see from the road. 3) In the middle of the passage, the author writes, [the Baxter] house is tall and white. However, this white is no longer pristinely white, but a dingy grayish cream color. Long vines hang from the tattered roof. The Baxter house is two stories tall and has a large yard in the back that has never been mowed. Using this information, it can be concluded that the owner A. does not, or cannot, take care of the house B. plans on buying a new house soon C. thinks the other people in the neighborhood do not like him or his house D. cannot afford to care for his or her property 4) Which characteristic makes it clear that the newer, single story properties all appear to have been built around the same time? A. They have all been painted the same color. B. They are all situated next to each other on the street. C. There are no other oak trees on this street. D. The yards are mostly the same size.

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Reading Comprehension 7 Level 6


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
Arrowheads, which are ancient hunting tools, are often themselves hunted for their interesting value both as artifacts and as art. Some of the oldest arrowheads in the United States date back 12,000 years! They are not very difficult to find. You need only to walk with downcast eyes in a field that has been recently tilled for the spring planting season, and you might find one. Arrowheads are tiny stones or pieces of wood, bone, or metal which have been sharpened in order to create a tipped weapon used in hunting. The material is honed to an edge, usually in a triangular fashion, and is brought to a deadly tip. On the edge opposite the tip is a flared tail. Though designs vary depending on the region, purpose, and era of the arrowheads origin, the tails serve the same purpose. The tail of the arrowhead is meant to be strapped onto a shaft, which is a straight wooden piece such as a spear or an arrow. When combined, the arrowhead point and the shaft become a lethal projectile weapon to be thrown by arm or shot with a bow at prey. Indian arrowheads are important artifacts that give archeologists (scientists who study past human societies) clues about the lives of Native Americans. By analyzing an arrowheads shape, they can determine the advancement of tool technologies among certain Native American groups. By determining the origin of the arrowhead material (bone, rock, wood, or metal), they can trace the patterns of travel and trade of the hunters. By examining the location of the arrowheads, archeologists can map out hunting grounds and other social patterns. Arrowheads are commonly found along riverbanks or near creek beds because animals drawn to natural water sources to sustain life were regularly found drinking along the banks. For this reason, riverbeds were a prime hunting ground for the Native Americans. Now, dry and active riverbeds are prime hunting grounds for arrowhead collectors. Indian arrowheads are tiny pieces of history that fit in the palm of your hand. They are diary entries in the life of a hunter. They are museum pieces that hide in the dirt. They are symbolic of the eternal struggle between life and death.

Questions
1) According to the passage, which of the following is not a material from which arrowheads were made? A. wood B. glass C. bone D. stone 2) As it is used in paragraph 2, which is the best antonym for honed? A. flattened B. chopped C. dulled D. baked 3) As used in paragraph 2, which is the best definition for projectile? A. shaped like a triangle B. no longer in use C. unsophisticated in form D. designed to be thrown 4) Which of the following subjects would not be something an archeologist would study? A. the plants that humans used for food and medicine before refrigeration B. the effects on fish of pollution caused by modern-day companies C. the materials used for clothing and shelter in North America prior to contact with the English colonists

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D. the rate at which technology advanced between the years 10,000 BC and 100 BC 5) Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of paragraph 3? A. Archeologists can determine many things about Native American societies simply by looking at an arrowhead. B. Archeologists are scientists who study a range of events that have already occurred. C. Arrowheads represent the only way to determine how Native Americans lived in the past. D. Archeologists know so much about ancient societies because they have conducted extensive research about them. 6) Which of the following would be the best title for this passage? A. Native American Foods and Hunting B. The Significance of the Arrowhead C. How an Archeologist Finds Artifacts D. Spring Hobbies: 5 Ways to Spend Your Day Outside 7) In the final paragraph, the author writes, They are museum pieces that hide in the dirt. They are symbolic of the eternal struggle between life and death." Which of the following is the best way to combine these two sentences, while keeping their original meaning? A. They are museum pieces that hide in the dirt, so are symbolic of the eternal struggle between life and death. B. They are museum pieces that hide in the dirt, but are symbolic of the eternal struggle between life and death. C. They are museum pieces that hide in the dirt, or are symbolic of the eternal struggle between life and death. D. They are museum pieces that hide in the dirt, and are symbolic of the eternal struggle between life and death.

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Reading Comprehension 8 Level 6


Directions:: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.
In this passage, Vinnie and Esmeralda give their opinions about a new painting by Marcello Vasquez. Vinnie: The new painting is spectacular! It is certainly the best work ever completed by Marcello Vasquez. I like the new painting for several reasons. First, the painting is large. It almost covers the entire wall! Second, the painting is inexpensive. Normally, a painting like this would cost thousands of dollars. But this painting costs less than $500. Third, the painting is colorful. Red and green dominate the canvas, peppered with bright spots of yellow. Esmeralda: The new painting is horrendous! Marcello Vasquez should be ashamed of his work. I haven't seen a painting this bad in a long time. I dislike the new painting for several reasons. First, the painting is far too large. It almost covers the entire wall! I think small paintings are better than large ones. Second, the painting is inexpensive. This tells me that Vasquez must have been unable to sell the painting for a higher price. Now he is desperate. As a result, it appears he is trying to give the painting away. Third, the painting is colorful. Although I usually like a painting to be colorful, I strongly dislike the colors Vasquez uses. To put it plainly, the combination of red, green, and yellow is ugly.

Questions
1) With respect to how they like the new painting, Vinnie and Esmeralda A. agree B. strongly agree C. disagree D. strongly disagree 2) The cost of the new painting could be I. $49 II. $499 III. $500 A. I only B. I and II only C. II and III only D. I, II, and III 3) Vinnie and Esmeralda both view the new painting as I. large II. inexpensive III. colorful A. I only B. I and II only C. II and III only D. I, II, and III 4) Based on its use by Esmeralda, it can be understood that desperate belongs to which of the following word groups? A. passionate, enthusiastic, excited B. idiotic, silly, foolish C. anxious, worried, troubled D. impoverished, broke, poor

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